Motorcycle Licence Permit Practice Test 2025

Motorcycle Licence Permit Practice Test 2023: Motorized vehicles driven on public highways require a valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance. There are a total of 25 questions with answers for the Motorcycle Licence Permit Practice Test.

Certain motorcycles ridden on public highways also require a motorcycle endorsement on the driver’s license. —Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards—those safety standards established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, under title 49 CFR part 500-599, for the safe construction and manufacturing of self-propelled motorized vehicles riding on public highways.

Motorcycle Licence Permit Practice Test

Permit Test for	Motorcycle Permit Test
Class	Endorsement (M)
Total Questions	30
Questions Type	Sample Multiple Choice
Time Duration	N/A
County	Any States-USA

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Motorcycle License Permit Practice Test

1 / 30

To control a motorcycle properly, you should:

A) Sit so you can use your arms to steer, not to hold yourself up.

B) Keep your knees away from the gas tank.

C) Sit far enough back on the seat that you can keep your arms straight.

D) Drag your feet on the ground.

2 / 30

You should choose the lane position that can:

A) Maximize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow others to pass you.

B) Minimize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.

C) Maximize your space cushion and allow you to be seen by others.

D) Minimize your potential for encountering road hazards and allow you to closely follow another vehicle.

3 / 30

A rectangular sign may be a:

A) Railroad crossing sign.

B) School crossing sign.

C) Speed limit sign.

D) Stop sign.

4 / 30

The human body rids itself of about one alcoholic drink per hour. If a person consumes seven drinks in three hours, how many drinks likely remain in that person’s system three hours after their final drink?

A) Four

B) Five

C) Three

D) Two

5 / 30

A skidding rear tire:

A) Eliminates your ability to change direction.

B) Is only a concern if the front tire is also skidding.

C) Will usually correct itself.

D) Is not serious.

6 / 30

______ is a guarantee that another driver sees you.

A) Using a turn signal

B) Eye contact

C) Nothing

D) Following another vehicle

7 / 30

To swerve correctly, you should:

A) Press the handle grip in the direction opposite of where you plan to swerve.

B) Shift your weight quickly.

C) Turn the handlebars quickly.

D) Press the handle grip in the direction you plan to swerve.

8 / 30

If you are riding in the right side of your lane while following a car:

A) You are likely riding in the best position to be seen.

B) The driver will most likely assume you are there.

C) You are discouraging other drivers from sharing your lane.

D) You may not be seen unless the driver uses their side mirror.

9 / 30

Which of the following is not a piece of protective clothing for a motorcycle rider?

A) Boots

B) Jacket

C) Gloves

D) Sandals

10 / 30

Can clothing help prevent injuries in the event of a crash?

A) Yes, but only if garments are very loose and flap in the wind.

B) Yes, if pants and a jacket cover your arms and legs completely.

C) No, clothing is not really for protection.

D) No, clothing is more of a personal choice.

11 / 30

Why should a load be placed low on a motorcycle?

A) It may be difficult to see over a load that is placed too high.

B) Others can't see your load if it is low.

C) If a load is too high, it raises the center of gravity.

D) If a load is too high, it may interfere with the turn signals.

12 / 30

Motorists entering a highway from an entrance ramp to your right may not see your motorcycle. To help the entering drivers, you should:

A) Move into another lane, if necessary.

B) Move to the left portion of your lane so they can share the lane, if necessary.

C) Sound your horn.

D) Flash your lights.

13 / 30

Which of the following will help you ride safely on slippery surfaces?

A) Using only the front brake

B) Maintaining or increasing your speed

C) Using the center lane

D) Using both brakes

14 / 30

If your front wheel begins to skid, you should:

A) Keep the front brake engaged and release the rear brake.

B) Release the front brake and increase the pressure on the rear brake.

C) Keep the front brake engaged and ride out the skid.

D) Immediately release and re-engage the front brake.

15 / 30

The middle portion of the lane usually contains an oily strip. You should:

A) Try to avoid the oily strip when it is raining.

B) Ride only on the oily strip, as it provides increased traction.

C) Avoid the entire center portion of the lane.

D) Not worry about oil or other items in a lane.

16 / 30

Which of the following is not a type of protective riding gear?

A) Pants made of a soft material

B) A leather jacket

C) Hearing protection

D) Boots that go above the ankle

17 / 30

Compared to riding during the day, a motorcycle operator who is riding at night should do all of the following, except:

A) Tailgate other vehicles.

B) Use their high beam whenever possible.

C) Allow more space between their motorcycle and other vehicles.

D) Ride more slowly.

18 / 30

When in traffic, motorcycles need:

A) Much less distance to stop than cars

B) As much distance to stop as cars.

C) Less distance to stop than cars.

D) More distance to stop than cars.

19 / 30

Which of the following is not a good safety tip?

A) Slow to a safe speed before turning.

B) Avoid dragging your feet on the roadway.

C) When turning, lean in the direction you wish to go.

D) Avoid looking at other vehicles.

20 / 30

When being passed, you should not move to the portion of the lane farthest from the passing driver because it:

A) Discourages the passing driver from cutting into your lane too early.

B) Encourages the passing driver to complete the pass as quickly as possible.

C) Encourages other drivers to pass you.

D) Encourages the passing driver to cut into your lane too early.

21 / 30

In a slow, tight turn, the rider should:

A) Lean in the opposite direction of the motorcycle and the turn.

B) Counterbalance the leaning motorcycle by keeping their body upright.

C) Lean at the same angle as the motorcycle.

D) Counterbalance their leaning body by keeping the motorcycle upright.

22 / 30

An approved helmet:

A) Restricts the field of vision.

B) Is usually uncomfortable.

C) Allows the wearer to see as far to the sides as necessary.

D) Does not have any markings or tags.

23 / 30

At a minimum, how often should a motorcycle's hydraulic fluid be checked?

A) Once a day

B) Once a week

C) Before every ride

D) Once a year

24 / 30

When riding downhill or shifting into first gear, you may need to:

A) Use your brakes to slow down before downshifting safely.

B) Swerve to the left.

C) Speed up before downshifting safely.

D) Flash your brakes to ensure that drivers behind you know you are downshifting.

25 / 30

A motorcyclist's cushion of space:

A) Is not necessary in most situations.

B) Should be avoided to keep traffic moving safely.

C) Should always stay the same.

D) Should vary according to riding conditions.

26 / 30

A shatter-resistant face shield:

A) Should not be used with a helmet.

B) Is only useful in protecting riders from dirt.

C) Does not offer as much protection as goggles.

D) Can protect a rider's face in a crash.

27 / 30

When changing lanes, riders should:

A) Turn their head to look for traffic behind them.

B) Not worry about other traffic.

C) Rely only on their mirrors to identify other vehicles.

D) Slam on the brakes to allow any vehicles in their blind spot to pass.

28 / 30

When conducting a pre-ride check, be sure that:

A) The brakes cause some friction with the steering.

B) The brakes make a loud squeaking noise.

C) Only the rear brake can hold the motorcycle.

D) Each brake can hold the motorcycle.

29 / 30

A potential danger of braking too hard is:

A) Popping a tire.

B) Coming to a complete stop before you expect to.

C) Taking too long to stop.

D) Losing traction on one or both wheels.

30 / 30

Which of the following is not a good safety tip?

A) Avoid looking at other vehicles.

B) When turning, lean in the direction you wish to go.

C) Slow to a safe speed before turning.

D) Avoid dragging your feet on the roadway.

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